AIs _____.
A)were established for a few nutrients for which too few reliable scientific studies have been done to establish an RDA
B)were established for nutrients that are less important for growth and health than other nutrientsc
C)were established for nutrients that are needed in very small amounts in the diet
D)are recommended intakes for nutrients for which there are no ULs
E)are recommended intakes for those with chronic diseases

Question

AIs _____.​
A)​were established for a few nutrients for which too few reliable scientific studies have been done to establish an RDA
B)were established for nutrients that are less important for growth and health than other nutrientsc
C)were established for nutrients that are needed in very small amounts in the diet​
D)are recommended intakes for nutrients for which there are no ULs
E)​are recommended intakes for those with chronic diseases

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

AI stands for Adequate Intake, and it is established for nutrients for which too few reliable scientific studies have been done to establish an RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance). It represents a recommended intake based on observed or experimentally determined approximations of nutrient intake by a group (or groups) of healthy people.

AIs _____.​

AIs _____.